CReynolds,

Just a dumb thought on my part here, but has the wood been treated by any chance?
On another forum that I frequent, someone mentioned that starting a fire with
treated wood was harder to do. I've never done it so I can't say either way,
but it's just a thought.

Andy,

It's good to see you posting again!!!
Hope that things are well with you my friend.

Cheers
DotD